What is the function of our filter when processing information?

The function of our filter when processing information primarily serves to protect and strengthen beliefs. When we encounter new information, our cognitive filters, influenced by our existing beliefs, values, and experiences, help us determine what we accept or reject. This filtering process allows individuals to maintain a consistent worldview and reinforces their previously held beliefs. As we interact with new ideas, our filters often lead us to interpret this information in a way that aligns with what we already believe, thereby protecting our current belief system from cognitive dissonance.

In contrast, while enhancing learning abilities, creating new experiences, and facilitating emotional connections are important cognitive functions, they do not specifically embody the protective role of our filters in relation to beliefs. Instead, they may involve more open-mindedness or expansion of perspectives, which can sometimes challenge existing beliefs rather than fortify them.